Po Politickin

1. Thanks for stopping by "Po Politickin". For starters, could you tell us a little bit about yourself?

-Thank you for having me sweetie. Well for those who do not know; I am Dymond reppin the dmv area (dc. md. va.) I am a model/aspiring actress. So be on the lookout because I'm claiming 09 as my year.

2. I read that you are from Virginia, how was growing up in VA?

-I'm really from New Mexico but moved around so much I just claim VA since I’ve been here longer. But growing up in VA was a real learning experience. Got to be around the best of both worlds...I learned a lot growing up in the hood and the suburbs. I am very street smart and owe that to VA.

3. How did you get involved in modeling?

-Actually started out acting and just gave up after my last play. Was walking through the mall and a talent scout stopped me when I was like 14. Figured if he saw something in me, then the rest of the world will. Took it and ran with it now look at me.

4. I did my research and I discovered you were June 2008 "Jet Magazine Beauty of the Week"; can you talk about that experience?

-Now I owe that all to Tom from MySpace. (Lol) Ms. Raquel Riley, one of the photographers, seen my pics on MySpace and asked to shoot me for Jet. That was my 1st national magazine; I mean who doesn’t look at Jet. So that was very exciting

5. I also heard that you have a role in the upcoming movie "Notorious". Can you talk about role? How was the atmosphere on the set while recording?

-I play the role of a "hot girl" basically trying to get with biggie because he’s about to blow up. It was fun working with Derek Luke, Marc John Jefferies and the rest of the cast. It’s actually my first movie and the cast taught me a lot. I’ve always been a huge fan of bad boy and to be on the set and witness the life of big is just a blessing. Make sure everyone gets out there to theaters Jan 16. It’s a really good movie.

6. Besides modeling, what are your other interests?

-Definitely would be acting, fashion design, and massage therapy. I can throw down on a good massage (lol) you’re more than welcome to have a sample.

7. Where do you see yourself five years from now?

-having a successful career. I’ll probably branch off from modeling into acting full time and possibly have my own clothing line. We are looking into that now. Have some hot ideas.

8. Okay now it's time to "politick". Let's say the position you were running for was "the hottest model in 2009", what would be your campaign speech?

-I wouldn’t have to campaign. My fans have already voted me the hottest model of 09. So I guess all id have to say is "thank you very much"

9. Once again, I appreciate you stopping by. Any last words for the readers?

-Well thank you for having me Po. It was a pleasure. I’d like to give a shout out to my mom for always being there for me holding me down. My best friend/stylist Smokey, my cousin Shade for keeping me fly from NY,...Ray for believing in me and keeping it oh so real with me. I had to deal with a bunch of crap til' I met u babe. The whole cast and crew from Notorious for giving me the words of advice to keep grinding and letting me know I am a good actress. Love all my haters, keep hating, yell make me go even harder and stronger. Make sure everyone gets to theaters Jan 16.

Also you can find me on MySpace at myspace.com/dymondprinceces and check out my site at www.dymondXclusvice.com. And lastly pick up a calendar at throttleangels.com

Po: Could you tell us a lil' bit about yourself?

Hey Everyone, for those who don’t already know me, I’m Misty Monteith. I’m a Canadian raised into a home full of Jamaicans, which gave me the opportunity to enjoy best of both worlds. lol. I’m just a very down to earth chick that’s very open to anything and everything and I hope it shows in my work.

Po: How was it growing up? Where you a cutie growing up :)

Growing up with my family was awesome! I was just like any other kid. I got my occasional “licks” or “beats” for talking back, not talking at times, dipping into conversations… well you know Jamaican people “box” their children for anything. lol. I grew up in what’s considered a rough area called Rexdale in Ontario for half of my life. I was okay looking I guess. I was that cute pudgy chick with the glasses, latest Nikes, and clothes from Sears. lol. That was the “in” thing back then. Where I lived the elevators sometimes worked, the stairs smelled like piss and all the apartments were roach invested. Luckily, enough my father started a business and my mother graduated from college and life took off for us. I later moved from the “hood” and moved to the “boonies” in Maple, Ontario.

Po: I read that you are a modeling instructor for the world's leading modeling school, Barbizon. Can you describe that experience?

I genuinely love the experience. I love working with children, teens, and young adults. I mean you’re there to teach but they end up teaching you so much more. Working for Barbizon as a modeling instructor was and still is a major accomplishment for me. You receive so much pleasure educating people on what you know and I get so much joy seeing them now in TV ads, commercials, and music videos because I was the one to teach them what they know.

Po: How was it making the transition from runway model to urban model?

Petite Runway to Urban Modeling…. lol. Well, it was a little awkward at first but I hadn’t found my sexy at the tender age of 18 so I just watched and observed the older girls. lol. After the process of puberty was finally complete there was no question about whether I had wanted to make a transition, I had to! My hips were way too large for runway modeling and so was the “booty” lol. I wanted to pursue modeling so I had to find other means and urban modeling was it. I love the fact that I have the high fashion modeling experience because I can use it to help reduce the amount of sexual appeal I give to my work and give a bit more class or mystery instead.

Po: Out of all the things you accomplished, what would you consider your proudest moment?

I don’t know if there is one moment I can identify as my proudest one because I’m ultimately proud of everything I have done up until now. Everything led to a bigger and better interview, a bigger and better photo shoot opportunity and a bigger and better music video opportunity.

Po: What are your top 3 career goals?

Hmmm…Top 3, huh? lol.

To become a television host for an American broadcasting company.
To appear in more Magazine issues, and
To open my own modeling school.

Po: What advice you give to aspiring models?

The only advice I can give aspiring models is just to be you and not to imitate anyone else. The industry is looking for fresh faces and new ideas, try to bring something new to the table. So many young girls are jumping into the industry now more than ever so it’s a challenge. I also believe that we can make a statement and not feel the need to use the casting couch. Find another outlet to get into the industry! The harder the struggle, the more rewarding it will feel when you reach the top.

Po: I appreciate you stopping by "Po Politickin", any last words for the readers?

Aww, thanks for taking some time out of your busy schedule. lol. I just wanted to thank everyone for spending a little time to get to know me personally. It means a lot and I wanted to thank everyone who both love and support me because without them I don’t know if I would have had the courage to continue. Shouts to Caesar from Gallic Wars Mixtape, DRed from Hip Hop Honey Magazine, Dushon Greene from Grits and Eggs, Tek Niq, and WBLK 93.7 Unsigned Hype.

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